Tiger Brands Packaging Assistant โ Roodekop | Full-Time | Apply by 10 September 2026
Tiger Brands is recruiting a Packaging Assistant for its operations in Roodekop.
This is a full-time, onsite position focused on receiving, storing, controlling and issuing packaging materials required by the production team. The successful candidate will also help maintain accurate stock records, conduct stock counts, monitor inventory levels and ensure materials are stored according to the correct standards.
Applications close on 10 September 2026.
Job Overview
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Company | Tiger Brands |
| Position | Packaging Assistant |
| Location | Roodekop |
| Work Type | Onsite |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Requisition ID | JR003030 |
| Salary | Not specified |
| Closing Date | 10 September 2026 |
About the Packaging Assistant Position
The main purpose of this position is to manage the receipt, storage and issuing of packaging materials needed for production.
In simple terms, the Packaging Assistant helps make sure the production department has the correct packaging materials, in the correct quantities, when they are needed.
The role also involves keeping accurate inventory records so that the business knows:
- What packaging materials have been received
- What is currently in stock
- What has been issued to production
- Which items need replenishment
- Whether physical stock matches inventory records
This makes the position particularly suitable for candidates interested in stores, warehousing, inventory, stock control, packaging or manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Receive Packaging Materials
The Packaging Assistant will receive packaging materials delivered to the site.
This includes:
- Receiving incoming materials
- Inspecting packaging materials
- Ensuring materials are appropriately handled
- Supporting accurate recording of received stock
2. Inspect Packaging Materials
Materials should be checked when they are received.
Attention to detail is important because damaged, incorrect or unsuitable materials could affect production.
3. Maintain Accurate Stock Records
The successful candidate will maintain accurate:
- Stock records
- Inventory transactions
- Packaging-material records
Stock movements must be correctly recorded to maintain reliable inventory information.
4. Issue Materials to Production
Packaging materials must be issued to the production department when required.
The Packaging Assistant therefore helps ensure production has the materials necessary to continue operating efficiently.
5. Conduct Stock Counts
The position involves conducting inventory counts.
This helps determine whether the amount of physical stock available matches what is reflected in the inventory records.
6. Investigate Stock Variances
Where differences are identified between physical stock and recorded inventory, the Packaging Assistant will assist with investigating those variances.
Accuracy is therefore particularly important in this position.
7. Monitor Stock Levels
The successful candidate will monitor packaging-material stock levels.
This helps prevent situations where production cannot continue because necessary packaging materials have run out.
8. Coordinate Stock Replenishment
Where stock levels become low, replenishment must be coordinated to maintain availability.
The objective is to make sure the correct materials remain available to support production requirements.
FIFO Stock Rotation
The Packaging Assistant must ensure FIFO stock rotation.
FIFO means โFirst In, First Out.โ
In practical terms, older stock received first should generally be used or issued before newer stock, according to applicable procedures.
Following FIFO helps maintain organised inventory and appropriate stock rotation.
Proper Storage of Packaging Materials
The successful candidate will be expected to ensure appropriate storage practices are followed.
This includes keeping materials properly organised and maintaining storage areas according to required standards.
Housekeeping and Safety
The Packaging Assistant must help maintain:
- Good housekeeping
- Workplace safety
- Quality standards
Storage and stock areas should remain organised and safe for employees working in them.
Inventory Reports
The position also involves preparing:
- Inventory reports
- Stock movement reports
Candidates should therefore be comfortable working accurately with stock information and records.
Minimum Requirements
The vacancy information supplied does not specify a minimum educational qualification or required number of years of experience.
Applicants should therefore check the complete Tiger Brands application page for any additional screening questions or requirements before submitting their application.
It would be incorrect to claim that Grade 12, warehouse experience or a specific qualification is compulsory when these requirements are not stated in the supplied advert.
Skills Relevant to This Position
Based on the advertised responsibilities, useful skills for this role include:
- Stock control
- Inventory management
- Attention to detail
- Record keeping
- Stock counting
- Organisation
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Ability to follow procedures
- Safety awareness
- Housekeeping
- Ability to identify stock discrepancies
Candidates with genuine experience in warehousing, stores, manufacturing, packaging or inventory control should highlight this clearly on their applications.